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J.R. Smith Retired

Guard · Cleveland Cavaliers · 6'4", 195 lb · Drafted 2004
1× NBA ChampionRetired greatCleveland Cavaliers
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In short

J.R. Smith is a retired guard best known with the Cleveland Cavaliers. Streaky gunner and 2016 champion. Career averages: 12.4 points, 3.1 rebounds and 2.1 assists per game.

Scoring map · J.R.’s projected shot profile
Hottest: Rim 32% · Top of key 3 14%
Rim — 32% of scoring, 27% of shotsCorner 3 (L) — 6% of scoring, 5% of shotsWing 3 (L) — 12% of scoring, 12% of shotsTop of key 3 — 14% of scoring, 14% of shotsWing 3 (R) — 12% of scoring, 12% of shotsCorner 3 (R) — 6% of scoring, 5% of shotsMid-range (L) — 5% of scoring, 7% of shotsPaint — 9% of scoring, 11% of shotsMid-range (R) — 5% of scoring, 7% of shots
  • Rim32%
  • Top of key 314%
  • Wing 3 (R)12%
Projected shot profile — modeled from role, spacing & shooting splits. Not tracked shot data.
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J.R. Smith is a retired retired standout. Streaky gunner and 2016 champion.

He averaged 12.4 points, 3.1 rebounds and 2.1 assists and won 1 championship over his career.

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Career avg
12.4 ppg
Guard
Rebounds
3.1 rpg
career
Assists
2.1 apg
career
Titles
1× champion
Cleveland Cavaliers
LIFE

Roots & the rise

J.R. Smith is a retired guard, most associated with the Cleveland Cavaliers.

Streaky gunner and 2016 champion.

He retired with career averages of 12.4 points, 3.1 rebounds and 2.1 assists per game.

Sources: Career figures: documented sources. Role ratings: Balladex characterization.

BEYOND THE GAME

Legacy

Streaky gunner and 2016 champion.

PERSONALITY

The person

A retired retired standout and Cleveland Cavaliers name.

PLAYER DNA

Archetype & ratings

Archetype
retired standout · guard
Temperament
Alpha
Leadership
75/100
Scoring69
Playmaking46
Rebounding46
Perimeter D54
Rim protection28
Spacing58
Athleticism69
Clutch58
RetiredCleveland Cavaliers
ANALYSIS

What the numbers say

The legacy

Streaky gunner and 2016 champion.

ADVANCED

Advanced & historical

Advanced metrics

Career PPG
12.4
per game
Career RPG
3.1
per game
Career APG
2.1
per game

Where he sits in history

LegacyStreaky gunner and 2016 champion.
Titles1× NBA champion.

Hardware

1×
NBA Champion
OUTLOOK

Where it's headed

AI-generated · updated Retired

A retired standout and Cleveland Cavaliers name.

J.R. Smith's career is complete: Streaky gunner and 2016 champion.

Contract

Status
Retired
Bottom line

A memorable pro — 1× champion with the Cleveland Cavaliers.

FAQ

Quick answers

What were J.R. Smith's career averages?

J.R. Smith averaged 12.4 points, 3.1 rebounds and 2.1 assists per game.

Is J.R. Smith retired?

Yes — J.R. Smith is a retired guard.